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BD03 XOA

2003 Honda XL125V

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

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Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Honda XL125V16,764 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 XOA
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Mono shock bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2025

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect Bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Mono shock bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 45,993 miles

Rear Tyre perishing between treads

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 13 May 2023 45,787 miles
Fail 13 May 2023 45,787 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2022 45,079 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 May 2022 45,079 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose and worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

neutral light not working

Pass 10 Mar 2021 40,008 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 38,148 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2019 38,148 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Stop lamp not working With front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 37,707 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 36,543 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 35,118 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 9 May 2014 32,931 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Handlebars slightly bent

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 May 2014 32,931 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Handlebars slightly bent

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Jun 2013 29,168 miles

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

handlebar clamps incorrectly fitted

rear brake disc corroded

Pass 9 May 2012 25,874 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 May 2011 22,490 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 18 May 2011 22,488 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 13,591 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2007 8,290 miles

Offside Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 6 Feb 2007 8,290 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2007 8,276 miles

Front Fairing insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

handlebars slightly down on n/s of machine

Fail 31 Jan 2007 8,255 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

front tyre presure is low

handlebars are down on n/s off machine

How Reliable is the Honda XL125V?

Based on 34,334 MOT tests across 2,948 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,948
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 966
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 805
Drive chain excessively loose 627
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 560
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 520
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BD03 XOA is a 2003 Honda XL125V in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Honda XL125V models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 16,764 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda XL125V fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 966 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD03 XOA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL125V typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Honda XL125V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BD03 XOA is a 2003 Honda XL125V, first registered on 17 June 2003.

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